Climate change is causing extreme weather events to happen more often. Hurricanes, wildfires, and heatwaves are becoming stronger and more frequent. Scientists have shown that these events are directly linked to global warming. The planet is heating up, and this is making extreme weather worse. Peo
Deep inside a cave in southern Italy, a remarkable discovery has been made. The Altamura Man, a Neanderthal fossil trapped in rock, has given scientists their first-ever look at a Neanderthal's nasal cavity. This is a big deal because these delicate bones usually don't survive in fossils. Researche
The ancient terror crocodile, Deinosuchus, was a fearsome predator that roamed North America around 82 to 75 million years ago. This giant reptile had a body nearly as long as a bus and teeth the size of bananas. It was known for its wide, long skull with a unique, bulbous lump, unlike any other cro
In the last 500 years, house mice have made themselves at home across the Americas. During this time, they have shown remarkable adaptability. One of the most noticeable changes is in their body size. This shift is not just about genetics. The environment, especially what they eat, plays a big role.
Southern California's wildfires have become more frequent and intense. This is due to climate change, which has made the region's weather conditions more extreme. The changes in weather are making the region more prone to wildfires, The two preceding years were unusually wet, which boosted the growt
Imagine you're a grass trying to survive in harsh conditions. You might think that learning to handle drought would also help you deal with cold winters. Scientists are exploring if this is true or not. They studied different types of grasses and how they adapt to different climates. Some grasses th
